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but deeply connected to the people who
experience it.”
More than 40 hectares of wetlands,
grasslands and coastal forest have
been rehabilitated, with a 14-hectare
valley now forming the ecological and
social heart of the estate. Biodiversity
corridors, water systems and open space
networks have been integrated into the
development framework, ensuring that
environmental infrastructure is treated as
a core component of the estate’s long-term
performance.
For Collins Residential, this recognition
reflects a broader philosophy that has
guided its work across the North Coast,
where multiple projects such as Seaton
Estate and Lalela Estate have contributed
to a growing, interconnected coastal node
supported by infrastructure upgrades
and sustained residential demand.
“This recognition speaks to the scale
of delivery and long-term investment
shaping the region,” says Geoff Perkins,
Managing Director of Collins Residential.
“It reflects the role that coordinated

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